Christians celebrate Palm Sunday with processions and prayers in Vijayawada

Marking Palm Sunday, Christian devotees in the city participated in special prayers and took out processions on Sunday morning (March 29, 2026), waving palm branches to symbolise the triumphant entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem.

Celebrations began at around 7 a.m. at St. Paul’s Cathedral, near Benz Circle, where devotees gathered under the leadership of Rev. Muvvala Prasad. As part of the traditional observance, the faithful walked in a procession carrying palm and coconut leaves, from the Bishop’s Dhyanashram and proceeded towards the cathedral in a prayerful atmosphere. They sang hymns expressing devotion and reverence.

Speaking on the occasion, Rev. Prasad said that Holy Week is a sacred period for Christians, recalling the suffering, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. He emphasised that Christ sacrificed His life for the salvation of humanity and called upon the faithful to reflect, pray, and seek forgiveness. He said special prayers and services would be conducted throughout the week in churches across the city as part of Holy Week observances.